Today there was much work done on the grounds. The sad, shabby roses from the bed that runs along the drive were removed, taking care to preserve the daffodils and irises growing amongst them. The earth was amended and turned and is awaiting more soil and new roses. This summer tomatoes are planned for this bed as well.
The 5 cherry trees were trimmed and the twigs brought inside to force the blooms. I left a bucket of free trimmings for all want to take them. I took a bunch to a neighbor.
The war against lupines forged ahead in the Battle of the First Spring. Many lupine lives were lost. The hand trowel had to call in the spade for reninforcement but ultimately Starlings won the skirmish with only a few sore muscles. Many dandelions and weeds were also killed.
Some of the heather in Berry Row were trimmed back to make way for future plantings of grapes.
Most importantly I crossed the Orchard and met our neighbor, Sue. She told me a great deal of history of Starlings. I hope to speak with her again.
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